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Finalists for the Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation will be announced at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6 by officials of the Milwaukee Local Initiatives Support Corp. (LISC). The announcement will be part of an event held at Kochanski’s Concertina Bar, 1920 S. 37th St., Milwaukee. The MANDI awards, sponsored by LISC, recognize people and […]

The 10th annual Community Development Summit, “Food for Thought: New Recipes for Job Growth,” will focus on the regional food economy and its opportunities for economic growth and job creation. The event is set for 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29 at the Italian Conference Center, 631 E. Chicago St. The event is […]

The status of the proposed Wellness Commons will be discussed as part of a report to Lindsay Heights residents from 5-7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 21 at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St. Twice a year, “Report to Community” (R2C) events bring together people for a discussion on what has been accomplished in the […]

Layton Boulevard West Neighbors will unveil the area’s “quality of life” plan at the group’s annual gathering, set for 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3 at the St. Joseph Center, 1501 S. Layton Blvd. The plan, nine months in the making, has involved more than 250 neighbors and partners and will set the stage for the […]

Corporate, nonprofit and government leaders will gather to hear and respond to reports on the status of Milwaukee community development at a symposium to be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28 at the Marquette University Law School, 1215 W. Michigan. Paul Brophy, a nationally recognized expert on urban redevelopment, will present […]

Families in central city Milwaukee communities will be offered free health services, items, health education, information and resources at a community health fair scheduled for 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 at Neighborhood House of Milwaukee, 2819 W. Richardson Pl. The health fair is an effort of first- and second-year medical students from […]

LISC Milwaukee will accept nominations until 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 17 for the 13th Annual Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI). The MANDIs recognize efforts to ensure Milwaukee’s central city is a great place to live, learn, work and grow. Individuals, non-profits, corporations and projects can self-nominate or be nominated by a third party; go […]

Layton Boulevard West Neighbors will host a free workshop on personal financial health from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18 at the Sacred Heart Center, 1545 S. Layton Blvd. (enter from 28th & Lapham). Participants will be able to hear from financial experts and obtain a free copy of their credit reports. Sponsors of the event include […]

The Clarke Square Neighborhood Initiative is sponsoring a free seminar and workshops on weatherization for renters and homeowners from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8 at Clarke Square Park, 2330 W. Vieau Place. Topics include window insulation and other energy-saving tips. Those who complete the workshops will receive weatherization kits and have the opportunity […]

The 2011 Harvest Day sponsored by the Walnut Way Conservation Corp. will take place from noon-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 on 17th Street between North Ave. and Lloyd St. The free, public event celebrates the Lindsay Heights community and Walnut Way’s work in community building and education. For more information, contact Mario Hall or call […]